SJ Museum to Exhibit
Peter Williams Artwork
The Sheldon Jackson Museum will host the opening of artist Peter Williams’ exhibition ‘‘Tradition Innovation’’ and the accompanying reception and artist talk 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16.
In the Solo Show Exhibition Series, Williams (Yup’ik) will provide an overview of his new, recent work of garments, two-dimensional art, objects, film and contemporary media highlighting the lifestyle and creation of his Alaska Native- and environmental-based art.
Williams says his style is “rooted in Yup’ik ways of knowing and being, guided by tradition and respect.” His art is connected to his advocacy for the rights of Alaska Natives to live a traditional lifestyle in the present day.
Currently, the opening reception for exhibition and artist talk is anticipated to take place on Zoom. The general public may attend the event for free by visiting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87585742156.
A recording of the event will be posted in the near future on the Friends of Sheldon Jackson Museum YouTube channel. Those with questions about the link or Zoom event may contact the museum directly by emailing Jacqueline.Fernandez-Hamberg@alaska.gov.
Tradition Innovation will be on exhibit at the museum until the last week of April. The proposal for the exhibition was selected by panel from more than a dozen applications. The next Solo Show Exhibition Series is slated for 2022. Images of the exhibition will be posted on the Alaska State Museum website in the online exhibitions section for viewing.
For the most up to date information on museum operating hours, visit: https://lam.alaska.gov/sjm-info.
‘Speaking Grief’
Film to Show
Brave Heart Volunteers is showing the movie documentary “Speaking Grief” online.
The free film can be accessed now. The BHV Zoom panel discussion about the film is slated 6 p.m. Jan. 4.
The documentary was created by WPSU Pennsylvania with philanthropic support from New York Life.
The movie, Zoom links and information are available online at the website BraveHeartVolunteers.org. Call 747-4600 with further questions.
School Board
Meets Jan. 6
The Sitka School Board will meet 6 p.m. Jan. 6 at Centennial Hall.
For more information go to the school district website.
Youth Wrestling
Club to Register
Registration is open for the Baranof Bruins Youth Wrestling Club for ages 5-18. The season runs through the end of May. Folkstyle and freestyle wrestling practices are Monday through Thursday.
Registration is available at the website www.baranofbruins.com or call or text Mary at 738-7622.
Those needing information about financial assistance can email baranofbruins@gmail.com.
